(Inter)cultural Communication & Nonverbal Communication (General Concept)
(Inter)cultural Communication & Nonverbal Communication (General Concept) One of the most interesting parts of living and studying in Japan is realizing that communication is much more than words. Before coming here, I thought that if I could understand a language, I could understand people. However, through learning about intercultural communication and nonverbal communication, I have realized that culture shapes not only what we say, but also how we say it, when we say it, and sometimes even what we choose not to say. Intercultural communication refers to communication between people from different cultural backgrounds. It involves understanding differences in values, beliefs, customs, and communication styles. In today's globalized world, intercultural communication is essential because people from different cultures interact daily in workplaces, universities, and online communities. One aspect of intercultural communication that fascinates me is nonverbal communication. Non...